Manasquan
Ecosystem Overview
The Manasquan ecosystem supports 100 documented wildlife species across 86 taxonomic genera. Located in monmouth county, new jersey, this area provides critical habitat with diverse natural communities. The location hosts 21 frequently observed species and 19 occasionally documented species, creating a balanced ecosystem with both resident and visiting wildlife. This location ranks #4 for species diversity among 48 monmouth county County natural areas, placing it in the 92th percentile for biodiversity.
Biodiversity Highlights
Species Distribution
Regional Context
Most Common Species
Showing 20 most frequently observed species out of 100 total documented species.
Gavia immer
great northern loon
Larus smithsonianus
American Herring Gull
Larus delawarensis
Ring-billed Gull
Leucophaeus atricilla
Laughing Gull
Sterna hirundo
common tern
Euxoa detersa
Rubbed Dart
Mergus serrator
Red-breasted Merganser
Melanitta deglandi
White-winged Scoter
Calidris pusilla
Semipalmated Sandpiper
Lycorma delicatula
Spot Clothing Wax Cicada
Ocypode quadrata
Atlantic ghost crab
Calidris maritima
Purple Sandpiper
Larus marinus
great black-backed gull
Solidago sempervirens
Evergreen Goldenrod
Pandion haliaetus
osprey
Paralichthys dentatus
Summer Flounder
Eucinostomus harengulus
Tidewater Mojarra
Syngnathus fuscus
Northern Pipefish
Ovalipes ocellatus
Ocellate Lady Crab
Oecanthus quadripunctatus
Fourspotted Tree Cricket
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Nearby Wildlife Areas in Monmouth County
Discover 8 other wildlife-rich locations near Manasquan. Each offers unique biodiversity and wildlife viewing opportunities.
🌿 Premier Wildlife Areas (1 nearby)
🦅 Rich Wildlife Destinations (1 nearby)
🌱 Specialized Habitats (4 nearby)
📍 Explore These Areas (2 nearby)
Regional Wildlife Network
These nearby locations complement Manasquanwithin Monmouth County's wildlife network. Species counts reflect documented observations and help identify the most biodiverse areas for your nature explorations.